US Bridges

Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek

FairPosted for load

Perry County, Kentucky · At Ky 2021/BRIAR Fk. Cir. · Structure no. 097B00129N

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
303
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek in Perry County, Kentucky. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 303 vehicles a day, projected to reach 303 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesKy 2021
CrossesBig Willard Creek
LocationAt Ky 2021/BRIAR Fk. Cir.
RouteState Highway 2021
CountyPerry County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.26333, -83.29528
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic303 (2022)
Projected traffic303 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek carry?

About 303 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).

Who owns Ky 2021 over Big Willard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.